as in more
resulting in an increase in amount or number
for farther information on this condition, you should consult your family physician
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Recent Examples of farther
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Feb. 2023
The traditional Wilson script logo on the frame's side isn't a solid decal, but a half tone that looks like dots up close and then script lettering from farther away.
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Tim Newcomb,
Forbes,
27 Jan. 2023
Big Think,
26 Nov. 2025
In addition, the Sun and other, farther astronomical objects emit radiation that living things do not experience on Earth.
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Christopher Carr,
The Conversation,
13 Nov. 2025
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Adverb
In American's first-class cabins, seats are wider and recline farther, although the exact increase varies by flight and aircraft layout.
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Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Feb. 2023
The traditional Wilson script logo on the frame's side isn't a solid decal, but a half tone that looks like dots up close and then script lettering from farther away.
—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes,
27 Jan. 2023
Adjective
If this is the case, then the greater abundances of calcium and aluminum in the farther part of the circumplanetary disk should lead to a thicker crust for the lunar far side as compared to the near side.
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Big Think,
26 Nov. 2025
In addition, the Sun and other, farther astronomical objects emit radiation that living things do not experience on Earth.
—
Christopher Carr,
The Conversation,
13 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for farther
Adverb
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Look no further than the following quad exercises, which are trainer faves.
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If the idea of lounging your way to fitness appeals, look no further, as the zero-impact ride gives you a full cardio workout.
Adjective
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Those resources include avenues to help seniors maintain regular exercise, ongoing positive social connections, appropriate living situations, transportation and more.
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This look leans more subdued and boho with its all-black layers and accessories, but feel free to experiment with contrasting tones and more color for a bolder result.
Adjective
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Renting general-purpose hardware means building a business on a component someone else designs, prices, and decides how to allocate.
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Giamatti plays Jerry, the director who casts Mona because nobody else auditions for the role.
Adjective
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During Thursday evening’s Board of Commissioners meeting, officials unanimously, and with no additional discussion, approved Johnston’s exit agreement and named Assistant County Administrator Alan Howze as his replacement for the rest of the year.
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More than a week after the disaster, search-and-rescue operations remain active, though hopes of finding additional survivors are rapidly fading.
Adjective
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Chief Randal Taylor, in an another car behind Adams, aided the pursuit, the police said.
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As the Gophers kept winning in a historic season, stakes surrounding their season-ending rivalry game with Wisconsin kept ratcheting up — outgrowing even the another annual Battle for Paul Bunyan’s Axe.
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Further vs. Farther
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“Farther.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/farther. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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